contents Event Calendar ...................... 02 Hospice Care ........................ 04 Alive Honors Veterans ........... 07 Pediatric Care ....................... 08 Palliative Care ......................... 09 Grief Support ........................ 10 LETTER FROM Institute ................................ 12 Volunteers ............................. 14 ALIVE BOARD CHAIR Community Support .............. 15 CLARK BAKER Special Events ....................... 17 Board of Directors ................. 19 Fiscal year 2018 was another great year for Alive. We continued our Closer to Home Campaign with the opening of our homecare office in Franklin, bringing our Advisory Committees ............. 20 services closer to the community. This includes a completely dedicated grief support Donors ................................... 21 group space. Sponsors ................................ 28 In 2018, we were able to provide $1.8M in charity care to the community. While this is Statements of Financial Position a significant increase over the prior years, it is a very important part of our mission to be ...................... Inside Back Cover able to care for all in our community regardless of their ability to pay. Currently, we are in the midst of beginning a new chapter for Alive. In September 2019, we hired Kimberly Goessele as our new CEO and President. Prior to joining Alive, Kimberly served as the COO for 180 Health Partners, a Frist Cressey company. Kimberly joins Alive with a successful track record of developing innovative and strategic plans for operational development and excellence. Her focus will be on growth and the Alive is the only nonprofit provider of culture of our organization. hospice care and end-of-life services in Middle Tennessee. Its mission is to provide loving care for people with life-threatening The summer of 2019 was a period of transition at the senior management level. The illnesses, support to their families, and executive team of Alive, under Joe Hampe’s leadership, continued to pursue strategic service to the community in a spirit of enriching lives. This includes in-home and objectives and execute on long-term plans. Our clinical staff continued to provide in-patient hospice care, grief support, outstanding care to patients and families. This is proven by our nationally reported advance care planning, outreach, support to underserved communities, education, quality scores which continue to exceed the national averages. financial assistance, a comprehensive volunteer program, and professional We are privileged to be the only community-based hospice and palliative care provider training through the Alive Institute. A in our service area, and we are appreciative of the support our community provides and pioneer in the “good death” movement, Alive established the third hospice in the the resources entrusted to us. nation in 1975. Today, it remains true to its roots as an innovator and leader, helping individuals Adapt to Life-Limiting Illnesses Very Effectively (ALIVE). To learn more or volunteer, visit AliveHospice.org or call 615-327-1085. Alive complies with applicable federal civil Clark Baker rights laws and does not discriminate on Alive Board Chair the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Alive does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Our Impact at a Glance Hospice We Honor Pediatric Palliative Care Veterans Hospice Care 3,921 patients and 608 veterans 10 pediatric 1,104 palliative their families received hospice patients and their patients cared for, received care. care. families received nearly triple the care. number of patients seen in 2017. Grief Community Volunteer Community Support Education Support Support 978 adults and Nearly 13,000 Approximately, Donors increased children received community 400 volunteers “planned giving” grief support via members received gave 24,564 (bequests) – a individual free end-of-life hours to support fundraising area of counseling, support education. our mission. great value to us. groups, memorial events, camps for 331 students Nearly $2 million kids, and special received clinical in nancial support workshops. experiences and was given to training. patients and families. Our Mission: We provide loving care to people with life-threatening illnesses, support their families, and service to the community in a spirit of enriching lives. 1 Upcoming Events LUNCH AND LEARN SERIES* GIVING TUESDAY December 3, 2019 When: Every Friday, rotating through Alive office locations Giving Tuesday is a worldwide day of philanthropic Cost: Free (includes lunch) giving through the power of social media. Schedule/RSVP: AliveHospice.org/lunch Our FREE educational lunch and learn program is TINSEL AND TEARS* open to all. Education is one of Alive’s core services to When: December 10, 2019 | 6 - 8 p.m. the community in a spirit of enriching lives. Location: Alive’s Grief Center, 1721 Patterson Street Nashville, TN 37203 ALIVE SYMPOSIUM RSVP: AliveHospice.org/events (RSVP required) When: Nov. 7, 2018 | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. All ages welcome. This workshop is designed Location: Belmont University specifically for grieving families filled with Information/RSVP: AliveHospice.org/symposium opportunities to remember loved ones while connecting with others who have experienced loss. The Alive Symposium on End-of-Life Issues in Family, Participants will enjoy our special hot chocolate Health, Ethics, and Spirituality, is a unique gathering bar while creating unique memory keepsake and to discuss end-of-life care and is open to all. gingerbread house. HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS* ALIVE AT THE BLUEBIRD When: November 21, 2019 | 6 - 7 p.m. When: January 2 – February 1, 2020 Location: All Alive locations (Late shows on Tuesday - Friday, and both shows on Saturday) RSVP: AliveHospice.org/events Location: The Bluebird Cafe The upcoming holiday season can be very difficult RSVP: bluebirdcafe.com when you have experienced the loss of someone Alive at The Bluebird returns Thursday, January 2 in your life. This seminar will help you plan for and with some of Nashville’s top songwriters. Proceeds navigate the holiday season and will also include a from this month-long series benefit Alive and its candlelight time of remembrance. mission based services. INTERNATIONAL SURVIVORS OF SEWING MEMORIES WORKSHOP SUICIDE LOSS DAY* When: January 11, 2020 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. When: November 23, 2019 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Location: Alive’s Grief Center, 1721 Patterson Street Location: Alive’s Grief Center, 1721 Patterson Street Nashville, TN 37203 Nashville, TN 37203 RSVP: AliveHospice.org/events (RSVP required) RSVP: AliveHospice.org/events (RSVP required) During this very special day, participants will bring This special event provides an opportunity for suicide an article of clothing that belonged to their loved loss survivors to come together to find connection, one. Working alongside Alive’s talented volunteer understanding, and hope through shared experience. seamstresses, they will create a treasured memory We will view the American Foundation for Suicide bear, pillow, or other comfort item from the clothing Prevention’s short documentary that offers a message provided while sharing stories and finding hope in grief. of growth and resilience, followed by lunch and small Light lunch will be served. Due to high demand for this group discussion. workshop, space is extremely limited. Participants are encouraged to register early to confirm your reservation. *Thanks to the generosity of our donors, this event is provided free of charge. 2 Upcoming Events CARE FOR THE GRIEVING HEART* BUTTERFLY RELEASES When: February 9, 2020 | 3 - 5 p.m. When: Date TBA Location: Alive’s Grief Center, 1721 Patterson Street Our annual springtime Memorial Butterfly Release Nashville, TN 37203 honors loved ones who are gone from our sight, but RSVP: AliveHospice.org/events (RSVP required) not from our hearts. Free to attend, butterflies may Participants will engage in a wide variety of self-care be purchased to release in memory of loved ones. activities to refresh and rejuvenate in the midst of Learn more: AliveHospice.org/butterfly grief. Attendees will rotate through mini-sessions of aromatherapy, gentle yoga, guided meditation, MOTHER’S DAY WORKSHOP progressive muscle relaxation, and sleep hygiene tips. When: May 4, 2020 | 2 - 4 p.m. Location: Alive’s Grief Center, 1721 Patterson Street BLUEBIRD IN THE BORO Nashville, TN 37203 When: Early March, date TBA RSVP: AliveHospice.org/events This 7th annual concert series brings The Bluebird All ages welcome. The Mother’s Day holiday can be Cafe experience to Rutherford County featuring difficult when you are missing the presence of your songwriters behind the hits! mom. This workshop invites participants to explore Learn more: AliveHospice.org/boro their grief through a variety of activities including making a shadowbox, a family mobile, and storytelling. EXPRESSIVE ARTS WORKSHOP* Attendees will also find comfort from others who have When: March 8, 2020 | 3 - 5 p.m. experienced a similar loss and can utilize Alive Grief Location: Alive’s Grief Center, 1721 Patterson Street Center’s creative spaces to express themselves. Nashville, TN 37203 RSVP: AliveHospice.org/events (RSVP required) Held in the Grief Center’s new dedicated art room, this event is open to all ages. Attendees will explore grief by choosing from a variety of artistic mediums intended to suit any creative style and skill level. Facilitators